M4.0 Depth: 48.0 km

M4.0 Earthquake near Perú (Peru)

UTC time: 2026-01-14 06:03:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On January 14, 2026 at 06:03 UTC, a magnitude M4.0 earthquake occurred near Perú (Peru). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 48 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.0

Depth

48.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-14 06:03:12 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Peru

City

Perú

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-9.42000, -79.03000

Temperature

21.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

48 km

48 km — shallower than the regional average (64.2 km)

Regional average: 64.2 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

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